Residential Childcare Support Worker (Sessional/Casual)

TN United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in residential childcare is looking for dedicated Residential Child Care Workers to join their new home. This role offers flexible hours with no contractual obligation, providing the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. You will be working with individuals facing challenges, requiring a compassionate and resilient approach. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with a commitment to high standards in childcare. If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the necessary qualifications, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Sleep-in allowance

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with challenging young people, preferably in residential settings.
• Ability to maintain clear records and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to young people exhibiting challenging behaviour.
• Maintain high standards of childcare to support positive outcomes.

Skills

Experience with challenging young people

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Empathetic nature

Ability to motivate and engage young people

Education

QCF qualification in Children and Young People

Tools

Intermediate computer skills

Job description

Location

: Newport

Contract

: Shift Pattern - ad-hoc cover

Salary

: £. per hour plus sleep-in shifts when required

Headway Adolescent Resources has established a strong reputation in the residential adolescent childcare sector, focusing on holistic, individualised care regardless of background.

We are seeking Residential Child Care Workers for our new residential home on a casual basis, offering flexible hours with no contractual obligation.

Based in a children's residential home, you'll work with young people exhibiting challenging behaviour. Flexibility, resilience, honesty, and organization are essential, along with a commitment to high standards of childcare to support positive outcomes for young people.

Applicants must have:

• Experience working with challenging young people (preferably in residential settings, but not essential)
• QCF qualification in Children and Young People
• Ability to work independently with high accuracy and maintain clear records
• Strong interpersonal skills and team orientation
• Intermediate computer skills
• Ability to complete daily records meeting statutory and policy requirements
• Empathetic nature
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to motivate and engage young people
• Full manual driving license (essential)

A sleep-in allowance of £ per night is provided as needed.

Headway is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We encourage qualified candidates to apply.